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2020 Honda Accord brakes problems

58 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 10,000. 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints
58
of this car's complaints
16%
typical mileage
10,000
crashes
2
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Indicator light
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Honda Accord brakes problems in other years

19901995200020052010201520202026

Specific symptoms reported on the 2020 Honda Accord brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Phantom braking 16Grinding brakes 6ABS 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2020 Honda Accord owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 23, 2026 · Brakes · 78,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH and attempting to make a left turn, the vehicle unexpectedly stopped, and the brake pedal was depressed while the vehicle was entering ongoing traffic. There was a burning odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle unexpectedly lunged in the opposite direction while driving. The contact expressed concerns that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and that the failure could have caused a chain-reaction crash if the vehicle behind had not stopped. The contact did not feel safe driving the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure via telephone. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

Filed Sep 22, 2026 · Brakes, Engine · 111,309 miles · SC

The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle was jerking abnormally. The Brake System, TPMS, Power Steering, and Check Engine warning lights were illuminated. The message “Reduce Speed” was displayed with an audible beeping alert. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 111,309.

Filed Feb 2, 2026 · Brakes, Driver assistance · CA

9 warnings lights turned on on my dashboard and when going slow and accelerating it brakes by it self also brakes on freeway going 70 mph and then recovers

Filed Jan 29, 2026 · Brakes, Driver assistance · NJ

Driving on the white horse pike in Berlin New Jersey at 1:39pm on January 21st and my BREAK light warning light came on. There was nothing in front of me, I was doing 40mph. The roads were dry, There were no cars near me, and no traffic. It happened again on the same day January 21st, on the White Horse Pike in Lindenwold New Jersey. This one happened at 520pm, I was doing 45mph and my BREAK warning light came on. The road was dry, there was no traffic on the road, and no cars or debris in the road either.

Filed Jan 12, 2026 · Brakes, Fuel system · IN

Was operating the vehicle at about 30mph and the braking system started malfunctioning by giving me limited braking power and throwing a bunch of lights on the dash along with sudden loss of acceleration. Tried to press the pedal again and it didn’t respond I drifted to a stop in the middle a lane in the road. Had to shut vehicle off then restart to regain function. All conditions were clear outside. The dealer I bought it from has been very suspicious since the purchase. Bought as a “certified pre-owned” but have had nothing but problems in the couple weeks of owning. Such as the TPMS system continuously going off saying “low tire pressure” the dealer has seen it multiple times and still can’t figure out the problem. They said they’re gonna start “throwing random parts at it” Issues just continue to get worse with little to no cooperation with the dealership. Will be inspected in the morning once it’s towed in. No longer feel safe operating vehicle. Warning lamps came on after the malfunction. Then flickered on and off a few times then stayed on when I restarted the vehicle.

Filed Dec 15, 2025 · Brakes, Driver assistance · MI

While I was driving on the highway, the brakes of my car suddenly were violently activated and I had not touched the brakes. If there had been a car behind me, it would have been a major rear end collision. It was over quickly and I accelerated back to the normal speed. I talked to the Honda Service Mgr where I purchased the car and he said he was unaware of the problem although I see that that nearly 3 million Hondas have experienced this issue.

Filed Dec 5, 2025 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 59,660 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brakes independently activated, and the transmission independently shifted into neutral. The contact stated that there were no other vehicles nearby. The brake warning light illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised to clean off the sensors and see if the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that she did not want to see if the failure would recur. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 59,660.

Filed Nov 18, 2025 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 67,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brakes were independently activated without the driver depressing the brake pedal. The “Service Brakes” warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. In addition, the contact related the failure to Honda Recall: TN2; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.

Filed Nov 3, 2025 · Brakes, Driver assistance · NJ

Driving on a clear road on a clear day with no car in front of me, the brake warning flashed and then the car braked on its own. There was NO reason for the warning or for the car to brake on its own. Automatic breaking isn’t even a feature on this car.

Filed Oct 27, 2025 · Acceleration, Airbags · AZ

I tried to take my car to the dealer because my car brakes on its own and it had a alert that something was wrong with the air bags . I can ve driving anywhere and without reason the car breaks putting my life in danger and my family. I have tried to contact the dealer about this serious matter but I don't get anywhere. I am reaching out to see what solution we can come to ?

Questions about the 2020 Honda Accord brakes

Does the 2020 Honda Accord have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 58 complaints about the brakes of the 2020 Honda Accord, 16% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2020 Honda Accord brakes problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 10,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2020 Honda Accord brakes?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Honda Accord have bad brakes?

The Honda Accord model years with the most brakes complaints are 2008 (577 complaints), 2018 (260 complaints) and 2009 (236 complaints).

Other 2020 Honda Accord problems

Driver assistance 115Engine 77Fuel system 64Electrical 55Airbags 36Steering 23Transmission 16Acceleration 13Seats 8Body 7Seat belts 7Suspension 6Visibility 5Lights 4Tires 3Locks 1Wheels 1

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